Gail Platt exits Coronation Street forever this Christmas Day
- Helen Worth has played the character Gail Platt for 50 years on Coronation Street.
- Gail's final episode will focus on her wedding to Jesse Chadwick amid family tensions.
- This marks a significant departure and the end of an era for the British soap opera.
In the UK, Helen Worth is set to leave her iconic role as Gail Platt from the long-running soap opera Coronation Street during an emotional Christmas Day episode. As part of her character's storyline, Gail Platt is expected to marry Jesse Chadwick, portrayed by John Thomson, but the wedding faces challenges from family tensions, particularly from her son, David Platt. The episode promises drama as Gail grapples with the decision to move to France with Jesse whilst clashing with family members who disapprove of her new relationship. This Christmas will mark a significant change in the show's landscape as Worth, who has been part of Coronation Street since 1974, departs after five decades, making her one of the longest-serving characters in British television history. Colleagues and co-stars have expressed sadness at her leaving and have paid tribute to her generous spirit and influence on set.